Journey of Odysseus
by Hawys Morgan
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2017
This is a retelling of Homer's Odyssey, focusing on Odysseus's long journey home after the Trojan War. It highlights his encounters with mythical creatures and his struggle to return to Ithaca and his family.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this retelling.
Odysseus faces battles and dangerous creatures throughout his journey.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
The gods are present but not blasphemed.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
Encounters with monsters like the Cyclops and Sirens are scary.
Mythological elements are present, not occult magic.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is ancient Greek mythology.
No negative portrayal of Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceOdysseus shows great courage facing overwhelming odds.
Faith is in the Greek pantheon, not Christian.
Odysseus's desire to return to Penelope shows love.
No Christian concepts of grace or repentance are present.
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